For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Richmondshire. Use our Travel Guide as a source of inspiration for planning your next adventure and browse through descriptions and route details of the most beautiful mountain biking trails.
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The 10 Most Beautiful mountain biking trails in Richmondshire

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Scar House Reservoir, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 323)
Difficulty
easy
15.7 km
2:37 h
433 m
435 m
This route has some steep hills to climb – and descend – on good tracks, with stunning views and a few challenging sections to keep you on your toes. Distance: 15.8km (9.8 miles) Total climb: 500m (1,640ft) Time: 1hr30 to 3hrs

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Harkerside Moor, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 350)
Difficulty
easy
18.5 km
4:15 h
370 m
370 m
A pleasant introduction to the Swaledale Valley, exploring the lower slopes, with some remote riding and good views, before returning along the valley bottom.Distance: 18.5km (11.5 miles).Climbing: 445m (1,460ft).Time: 1hr to 2hrs.

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 320)
Difficulty
difficult
44.7 km
14:48 h
1,152 m
1,152 m
A big ride out into the stunning Yorkshire Dales, with a bit of everything, including some superb technical trails and stunning views.

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Reeth, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 328)
Difficulty
moderate
27 km
10:47 h
683 m
683 m
A superb route exploring both sides of the valley. This ride offers a great sense of adventure, superb views and a fun mix of trails, without ever being too risky. There are plenty of bail-out options too.Distance: 27.1km (16.8 miles).Total climb: 850m (2,789ft).Time: 2hrs to 4hrs.

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Horton in Ribblesdale to Semer Water
Difficulty
moderate
57 km
5:25 h
940 m
935 m
Have walked this area and it can be very rough, will be doing the route this weekend and will update accordingly.

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Horton in Ribblesdale Trail-Finder Route
49.9 km
11:53 h
959 m
959 m
Horton in Ribblesdale Trail-Finder Route. This route was created by YouTuber Trail-Finder, excellent route really good for e-bikes as well as manual mtb's. Please watch the video for some idea of what the route is like, maybe even like and subscribe to his channel he makes some excellent videos
Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Yorkshire (MBUK 333)
Difficulty
difficult
34.1 km
12:06 h
485 m
485 m
A pretty big, remote ride across some exposed moors, with no facilities en route, so it’s best to tackle it on a good day and go prepped with food and drink. Happily, the trails are pretty weather-resistant.

Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Scar House Reservoir, North Yorkshire (MBUK 331)
Difficulty
difficult
44.2 km
5:06 h
1,038 m
1,041 m
Big-country riding, with some hard grassy trails to contend with but awesome views along the quiet and remote tracks. The ground needs to be dry to enjoy this route because sections can get boggy.Distance: 44.4km (27.6 miles). Total climb: 1,300m (4,265ft).Total time: 4hrs to 7hrs.
Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Arkengarth Dale, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 330)
Difficulty
difficult
31.7 km
13:55 h
1,078 m
1,078 m
A tough ride from the off, with a climb up Fremington Edge followed by a technical downhill. This format is repeated three times for an excellent and varied ride that works in all weathers.Distance: 31.8km (19.8 miles).Total climb: 1,175m (3,855ft).Time: 2hrs 30mins to 5hrs.
Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
Reeth and Great Pinseat
Difficulty
difficult
26.6 km
3:05 h
692 m
692 m
Great Pinseat is a 28.2 kilometer loop trail located near Reeth, North Yorkshire, England that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and mountain biking.
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Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 320) by Michelle
April 10, 2022
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5 star ride, has it all set amidst beautiful scenery. Top 3 UK good for all the family.
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Fremington & Marrick Moor MTB by Stephen
January 21, 2022
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Harkerside Moor, Yorkshire Dales (MBUK 350) by Kevin
September 05, 2021
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